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Chicago Lake Campsites

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Chicago Lake Campsite

About Chicago Lake Campsites

The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.

Number of accommodations: 3

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 15

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

3 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (44)

What Guests Are Saying

Chicago Lake Campsites offers a beautiful lakeside view and a peaceful, secluded atmosphere, with plenty of tree cover and beach access. Many campers enjoyed fishing and wildlife sightings, enhancing their experience. However, some cleanliness issues were noted, including litter left by previous visitors, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of the site.

Review Summary

4.0
44 reviews
5
36.4%
16
4
36.4%
16
3
18.2%
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2
9.1%
4
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Steve M

Verified

September 19, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE

4

Site was a little difficult to locate (had to ask other campers for directional assistance), but once we got there it was a beautiful, secluded site with a sandy beach access to the lake.

Steve M

Verified

September 19, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE

4

Site was a little difficult to locate (had to ask other campers for directional assistance), but once we got there it was a beautiful, secluded site with a sandy beach access to the lake.

Randy P

Verified

August 23, 2022 Stayed at: 004, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE

5

Chicago lake campsites are perfect as they are ...rumor is your changing them to limit amount of campers per site...as we use this site for family event limiting them would be greatly impacting our event

Randy P

Verified

August 23, 2022 Stayed at: 004, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE

5

Chicago lake campsites are perfect as they are ...rumor is your changing them to limit amount of campers per site...as we use this site for family event limiting them would be greatly impacting our event

Leslie A

August 21, 2022

2

Very difficult entrance but not bad place to camp

Leslie A

August 21, 2022

2

Very difficult entrance but not bad place to camp

Rebecca M

August 4, 2022

5

The directions to get there were a little tricky, but my only rec for camp site is go right at the first fork then take every left you can until you see posts 1-2 then go into 1

Amy W

Verified

August 4, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE

4

This campsite was very busy with traffic from fisherman.

Rebecca M

August 4, 2022

5

The directions to get there were a little tricky, but my only rec for camp site is go right at the first fork then take every left you can until you see posts 1-2 then go into 1

Amy W

Verified

August 4, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHICAGO LAKE CAMPSITE

4

This campsite was very busy with traffic from fisherman.

Location Chicago Lake Campsites

Address:
Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District
Rapid River, MI, 49878
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via US-2, located approximately 14 miles to the south. From US-2, travelers can head north on Forest Highway 13 for about 8.4 miles.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.04 / -86.5983

Elevation: 232 feet

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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